Scaling Maxwell's Demon Experiment: Macro-Level Rigid Ball Suspension

[lostminty]

I had the concept of scaling up Maxwells' demon experiment to a marco scale.

Replacing molecules of gas with light, rigid, balls. Perhaps coated in magnets with varying poles so they never touch (non-interacting). Would suspend them in a thin fluid with neutral buoyancy.

 

[lostminty]

perhaps you could make a spherical magnet with all the poles passing through its centre.

 

[Drakkith]

Wouldn't work. You would not be able to keep the balls in motion.

 

[lostminty]

Thought so. cheers.

 

[sardar]

This is an interesting concept for scaling up the Maxwell's demon experiment to a macro level. By replacing gas molecules with light, rigid balls coated in magnets, the system becomes more tangible and easier to observe. The use of magnets with varying poles ensures that the balls do not interact with each other, mimicking the non-interacting nature of gas molecules in the original experiment. Additionally, suspending the balls in a thin fluid with neutral buoyancy allows for a more controlled environment.

However, it is important to consider the potential limitations of this setup. The behavior of the balls may not accurately represent the complex interactions and movements of gas molecules in a real system. Furthermore, the use of magnets may introduce external forces that could affect the results of the experiment.

Overall, this is an intriguing idea and could potentially provide valuable insights into the principles behind Maxwell's demon. Further experimentation and analysis would be necessary to fully understand the implications and limitations of this scaled-up version of the experiment.